Alabama · Metropolitan Area
Colony is a small town in Alabama with a population of 261. Residents earn $43,750 per year, which is 42% below the national average.
Based on current data, Colony receives an overall livability score of 3.0 out of 5.0, earning a grade of B. Key strengths include affordable housing, strong internet connectivity. Areas to be aware of include an elevated poverty rate, below-average incomes, high obesity rates. Colony offers a solid quality of life with a good balance of affordability, safety, and opportunity.
The median household income in Colony is $43,750, 42% below the national average of $75,149. Unemployment stands at 4.8%, indicating a healthy job market. The poverty rate of 22.6% exceeds the national average of 12.4%, indicating economic hardship for a significant portion of the population. Workers commute an average of 21 minutes.
The median home value in Colony is $60,800, 78% below the national median — offering relatively affordable homeownership. Renters pay a median of $638 per month, below the national average — a plus for affordability. At just 1.4x median income, home prices are very affordable relative to local earnings.
6.7% of residents hold a bachelor's degree, below the national average of 33.7%. 83.7% have completed high school. Area schools have an average test score of 4.4/10.
Colony enjoys a moderate climate with an average annual temperature of 62°F. Winters average 42°F in January while summers reach 79°F in July. Annual precipitation totals 57.0 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 41.
| English Only | 97.2% |
| 24% above US avg | |
| Spanish | 2.8% |
| 79% below US avg |
| Median HH Income | $43,750 |
| 42% below US avg | |
| Per Capita Income | $25,128 |
| Avg Weekly Wage | $879 |
| IRS Avg AGI | $62,345 |
| Unemployment | 4.8% |
| 33% above US avg | |
| Poverty Rate | 22.6% |
| 82% above US avg | |
| Establishments (County) | 956 |
| County GDP | $1,535M |
| Restaurants | 58 |
| Healthcare | 74 |
| Retail | 132 |
| Manufacturing | 43 |
| Property Tax (IRS) | $1,734 |
| 50% below US avg | |
| Effective Tax Rate | 2.85% |
| Commute Time | 20.9 min |
| Drive Alone | 89.5% |
| Public Transit | 0.0% |
| Work from Home | 7.0% |
| Census Median | $60,800 |
| 78% below US avg | |
| Zillow ZHVI | $140,373 |
| Census Median Rent | $638 |
| 45% below US avg | |
| Rent Burden | 51.0% |
| Studio | $716 |
| 1 Bedroom | $772 |
| 2 Bedrooms | $936 |
| 3 Bedrooms | $1,206 |
| 4 Bedrooms | $1,381 |
| Owner-Occupied | 80.0% |
| Avg Tax (IRS) | $1,734 |
| 50% below US avg | |
| Effective Rate | 2.85% |
| Obesity | 45.2% |
| 41% above US avg | |
| Diabetes | 16.5% |
| Heart Disease | 6.1% |
| High Blood Pressure | 48.1% |
| Asthma | 11.7% |
| COPD | 6.8% |
| Stroke | 4.6% |
| Binge Drinking | 11.5% |
| Physical Inactivity | 33.0% |
| Depression | 19.8% |
| Mental Distress | 19.3% |
| Physical Distress | 14.2% |
| Insurance Rate | 86.8% |
| Checkup Rate | 82.5% |
| Premature Death | 11,898/100K |
| Food Environment | 7.4/10 |
| Exercise Access | 42.3% |
| Healthcare Facilities | 74 |
| Fatal Crashes (County/yr) | 12 |
| FEMA Disasters | 91 |
| Annual Average | 61.5°F |
| 14% above US avg | |
| January Average | 42°F (6°C) |
| July Average | 79°F (26°C) |
| Annual Rainfall | 57.0 inches |
| 50% above US avg | |
| Snowfall | 1.4 inches/yr |
| AQI Median | 41.0 |
| Rating | Good |
| Elevation | 422 ft (129 m) |
| Area | 2.2 sq mi (5.6 km²) |
| Population Density | 121/sq mi |
| Coordinates | 33.9414°N, 86.9020°W |
| County FIPS | 01009 |
Winner: Republican by 81 points
| Bachelor's Degree+ | 6.7% |
| 80% below US avg | |
| High School+ | 83.7% |
| School Test Score | 4.40 |
| RUCC Code 1 | Metro — 1 million+ |
| Population Density | 121/sq mi |
| Total Area | 2.2 sq mi |
| Broadband Access | 100.0% |
| Public Libraries | 2 |
| Healthcare Facilities | 74 |
| Restaurants | 58 |
| Retail Stores | 132 |
| Fatal Crashes (County/yr) | 12 |
| FEMA Disaster Declarations | 91 |
| Avg Commute | 20.9 min |
| Drive Alone | 89.5% |
| Public Transit | 0.0% |
| Work from Home | 7.0% |